18 April 2026 at 11:30

Referee: D. Brown

Betting Odds & Historical Data

Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.

Historical data only — not for betting

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Head-to-Head Record

Even record

Historical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.

Swindon Town4wins
3draws10 meetings
Accrington ST3wins

Goals in This Fixture

How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.

3

Average goals per game

60%

Games with 3+ goals

50%

Both teams scored

Head-to-Head History

Historical results between these two teams. Bold odds show which outcome was backed by the market — compare against the actual result to assess predictability of this fixture over time.

DateHomeScoreAwayAvg. odds
25/02/12Swindon Town2–0Accrington ST1.44/4.03/6.68
18/10/25Accrington ST4–0Swindon Town3.67/3.59/1.90
22/03/25Swindon Town0–0Accrington ST1.94/3.45/3.88
16/11/24Accrington ST2–2Swindon Town2.27/3.56/2.96
12/03/24Swindon Town1–2Accrington ST1.82/3.99/3.98
28/11/23Accrington ST3–4Swindon Town2.15/3.64/3.16
05/05/18Swindon Town3–0Accrington ST3.20/3.51/2.27
06/02/18Accrington ST2–1Swindon Town2.24/3.47/3.30
15/10/11Accrington ST0–2Swindon Town2.76/3.30/2.49
07/10/06Accrington ST1–1Swindon Town2.51/3.16/2.51

Home Record / Away Record

Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.

Home Record: Swindon Town

W 200D 107L 140
Over 2.554
Goals scored674

Away Record: Accrington ST

W 247D 169L 270
Over 2.550
Goals scored879

Data: football-data.co.uk

Match Summary

Swindon Town and Accrington ST drew 2:2. The match was played in League Two 2025. Goals were scored by Josh Woods 1′, Ollie Palmer 18′, Aaron Drinan 20′, Luke Butterfield 90′. 1 yellow cards were shown. Swindon Town had 33% possession while Accrington ST held 67%. Swindon Town had 8 shots (6 on target) compared to 11 (7 on target) for Accrington ST. Swindon Town made 5 substitutions, Accrington ST made 2.

Match Events

Key match events between Swindon Town and Accrington ST — 4 goals and 1 cards recorded during the match.

Swindon Town
Accrington ST
Kick Off
Ollie Palmer

assist: Jake Thomas Batty

18′
26′
Freddie SassCharlie Brown
Half Time
Junior HoilettDarren Oldaker
58′
Thomas Wilson-BrownJames Scanlon
58′
72′
Isaac SinclairPaddy Madden
Ollie PalmerFletcher Holman
78′
Ollie ClarkeBilly Bodin
78′
Joe SnowdonJoel McGregor
78′
Full Time

Match Statistics

Swindon Town had 33% possession against Accrington ST's 67%. Swindon Town registered 8 shots (6 on target) while Accrington ST managed 11 (7 on target). Corner kicks: 5–6. Fouls committed: 7–6.

6Shots on Goal7
1Shots off Goal3
8Total Shots11
1Blocked Shots1
7Shots insidebox8
1Shots outsidebox3
7Fouls6
5Corner Kicks6
0Offsides4
33%Ball Possession67%
0Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
5Goalkeeper Saves4
247Total passes492
142Passes accurate391
57%Passes %79%
0expected_goals0
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Swindon Town lined up in a 3-4-2-1 formation under Scott Holloway Ian, while Accrington ST deployed a 3-4-1-2 under John Doolan.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Swindon Town is 6.83, compared to 6.78 for Accrington ST. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Swindon Town's highest-rated starter is Connor Ripley (7.18), while Accrington ST's best-rated player is Farrend Rawson (7.05).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Swindon Town have contributed 42 goals and 18 assists this season, led by Aaron Drinan (22G). Accrington ST's starters account for 18 goals and 19 assists, spearheaded by Shaun Whalley (5G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Swindon Town deploy 3 defenders rated 6.79 on average, against Accrington ST's 3-man backline averaging 6.88. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Swindon Town field 4 midfielders averaging 6.77, versus Accrington ST's 4 rated 6.72. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

Swindon Town start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.84, compared to 3 for Accrington ST averaging 6.73. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 67% for Swindon Town and 63% for Accrington ST. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Swindon Town's starters have collected 33 yellow cards this season, compared to 51 for Accrington ST. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Swindon Town's starting XI is 25.5 (youngest: Aidan Borland (18), oldest: Junior Hoilett (35)), while Accrington ST average 26.2 (youngest: Connor O'Brien (21), oldest: Shaun Whalley (38)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Swindon Town's starters average 27 league appearances each, versus 21 for Accrington ST. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

Swindon Town3-4-2-13-4-1-2Accrington ST
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Ripley3Mabete22Knight-.16Wilson-.19Snowdon8Clarke25Borland26Batty23Drinan30Hoilett28Palmer13Wright17Matthews5Rawson3Sass38O'Brien6Coyle24Butterf.2Love7Whalley11Sinclair39Woods

Substitutes

Coach: Scott Holloway Ian

Substitutes

Coach: John Doolan

Swindon TownPosition StrengthAccrington ST
6.83
Avg Rating
6.78
7.18Goalkeeper (1 v 1)6.85
0G 2A0G 0A
6.79Defender (3 v 3)6.88
2G 0A4G 2A
6.77Midfielder (4 v 4)6.72
9G 8A2G 4A
6.84Forward (3 v 3)6.73
31G 8A12G 13A
Swindon Town3-4-2-1
1GoalkeeperConnor Ripley7.22A
3DefenderFilozofe Mabete6.81G
22DefenderJamie Knight-Lebel6.81G
16DefenderThomas Wilson-Brown6.7
19MidfielderJoe Snowdon6.63G5A
8MidfielderOllie Clarke6.96G1A
25MidfielderAidan Borland6.6
26MidfielderJake Thomas Batty7.02A
23ForwardAaron Drinan6.922G4A
30ForwardJunior Hoilett6.81G2A
28ForwardOllie Palmer6.88G2A
Accrington ST3-4-1-2
13GoalkeeperOliver Wright6.8
17DefenderDevon Matthews6.91G1A
5DefenderFarrend Rawson7.02G
3DefenderFreddie Sass6.71G1A
38MidfielderConnor O'Brien6.7
6MidfielderLiam Coyle6.81A
24MidfielderLuke Butterfield6.71G1A
2MidfielderDonald Love6.71G2A
7ForwardShaun Whalley6.95G9A
11ForwardIsaac Sinclair6.84G4A
39ForwardJosh Woods6.53G

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Swindon Town have recorded 2 wins, 3 draws and 1 defeats. Accrington ST show 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.

Swindon Town

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Accrington ST

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Swindon Town vs Accrington ST Head to Head Results

Swindon Town and Accrington ST have met 1 times — Swindon Town won 0, Accrington ST won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Accrington ST leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 4 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 4.00 per match (0 for the home side, 4 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–0 in 2025.

0

Swindon Town

0

Drawn

1

Accrington ST

Goals: 0Goals: 4

Recent Meetings (1)

18 Oct 2025Accrington ST4 – 0Swindon Town
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 19 Apr 2026